- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course will explore crime and intelligence analysis that relates specifically to ideologically motivated national security issues. Using various Canadian case studies, you will examine analytical methodologies used during investigations relating to terrorism, criminal extremism, foreign influence, and insider threats. You will then conduct applied research and apply structured analytical techniques to prepare reports on individuals, groups, and networks who pose a threat to national security. The course provides an overview of the Canadian intelligence national security community. The purpose of this course is to give an overview of the subject matter, after which you apply your analytical skill set to a real-world topic.
Prerequisite(s)
- 60% in FSCT 8436
Credits
3.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Evaluate open source intelligence relating to national security issues.
- Assess which analytical methodologies should be used in investigations and intelligence assessments relating to terrorism, criminal extremism, foreign influence, and insider threats.
- Identify trends relating to Canadian national security interests.
- Assess a mitigation strategy that can be applied domestically and internationally.
- Develop and present a threat assessment on a national security topic.
Effective as of Winter 2024
Related Programs
National Security Analysis (FSCT 8482) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Forensic Investigation (Crime and Intelligence Analysis Option)
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Forensic Investigation (Crime and Intelligence Analysis Option)
Bachelor of Technology Part-time
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.